1957 Lotus Seven vs. 2010 Chevrolet Silverado
To start off, 2010 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 53 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Lotus Seven. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Lotus Seven would be higher. At 4,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Chevrolet Silverado (302 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 176 more horse power than 1957 Lotus Seven. (126 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 1957 Lotus Seven. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 1568 kg more than 1957 Lotus Seven. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2010 Chevrolet Silverado (413 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 260 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Lotus Seven. (153 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2010 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Lotus Seven. 2010 Chevrolet Silverado has automatic transmission and 1957 Lotus Seven has manual transmission. 1957 Lotus Seven will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Chevrolet Silverado will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1957 Lotus Seven | 2010 Chevrolet Silverado | |
Make | Lotus | Chevrolet |
Model | Seven | Silverado |
Year Released | 1957 | 2010 |
Body Type | Roadster | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1558 cc | 4800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 126 HP | 302 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 153 Nm | 413 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 750 kg | 2318 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3370 mm | 5847 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 2032 mm |
Vehicle Height | 950 mm | 1875 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2190 mm | 3645 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 29 L | 98 L |